What is admission diagnosis in SAP (IS-H - SAP for Healthcare)?

SAP Term: admission diagnosis

• Component: IS-H

• Component Name: SAP for Healthcare

• Description: SAP Healthcare - Industry-Specific Components for Hospitals Specially indicated diagnosis that is made during the admission examination. It serves primarily to verify the referral diagnosis and as the grounds for all procedures that are performed on the patient. With regard to insurance verification, the admission diagnosis is transmitted to the insurance provider as the grounds for treatment.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Admission diagnosis is a term used in the IS-H SAP for Healthcare component. It is a diagnosis that is assigned to a patient upon admission to a healthcare facility. This diagnosis is used to determine the patient's treatment plan and to track the progress of their care. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The admission diagnosis is typically assigned by a physician or other healthcare professional upon the patient's admission to the facility. The diagnosis should be based on the patient's symptoms and medical history. The diagnosis should be documented in the patient's medical record and should be updated as needed throughout their stay. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to ensure that the admission diagnosis is accurate and up-to-date. This will help ensure that the patient receives appropriate care and that their progress can be tracked accurately. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The admission diagnosis is just one part of the overall medical record for a patient. Other important information includes medications, allergies, lab results, and other medical history. All of this information should be documented in the patient's medical record and updated as needed throughout their stay.